Why Choose our Personal Trainer Certificate package?

If you’re starting out this popular industry accredited and nationally recognised Personal Trainer course package makes it easy to train to be a Personal Trainer.

You will complete your Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing and then progress straight onto your Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. Once your course is booked we will simply arrange your enrolment and course welcome and you’re ready to start. When qualifying with us here at the Academy of Fitness Professionals there’s also the peace of mind that course materials, tutor support, workbooks, assessments and certification fees are all included as standard.

Once qualified you can join REPs at Level 2 and Level 3 and commence your Personal Trainer career. Here you’ll be working in a fitness setting or as a freelance Personal Trainer supporting your clients in achieving their fitness and lifestyle goals.

This fitness course provides all the essential skills to succeed in your fitness career.

Personal Trainer Certificate Package – Course Structure

Our personal training certificate is ideal for aspiring Fitness Professionals who are seeking a Personal Trainer job working on an employed or freelance basis within a gym or who are keen to establish their own personal training business.

First you will complete your Level 2 Fitness Instructor course where you will study 6 theory based modules followed by a one day practical skills workshop. Then you will complete 4 theory based modules together with your two day practical skills workshop to gain your Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training.

Level 2 Fitness Instructor Certificate - Course Structure

Module

1

Topic

Anatomy and physiology for exercise

Content

Acquire the key Fitness Instructor knowledge of how anatomy and physiology relates to exercise programming for healthy adults of different ages.

Module

2

Topic

How to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity

Content

Gain the must have on-going customer service skills to support a wide range of clients taking part in exercise and physical activity.

Module

3

Topic

Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment

Content

Gain the knowledge and understanding that Fitness Instructors need to maintain health, safety and welfare in a fitness setting, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.

Module

4

Topic

Principles of exercise, fitness and health

Content

Learn how to programme safe, effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity together with the importance of healthy eating.

Module

5

Topic

Planning gym-based exercise

Content

Understand how to plan and prepare a gym based exercise programme for healthy adults, both individual and groups.

Module

6

Topic

Instructing gym-based exercise

Content

Develop your talents with instructing and supervising gym-based exercise for individuals and groups.

Level 3 Personal Trainer Course - Course Structure

Module

1

Topic

Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health

Content

Accelerate your knowledge of the in-depth anatomy and physiology that is so key to your Personal Trainer role. Understand how this is applicable to your client based exercise programming maximising the support you offer to different clients needs.

Develop the skills and attributes a Personal Trainer needs to deliver and coach carefully crafted exercise programmes to a wide range of clients.

Module

4

Topic

Applying the principles of nutrition to a physical activity programme

Content

Build your knowledge of the role nutrition plays in personal training. Learn how to collect and analyse nutritional data from your clients and provide a tailored nutritional service that complements client goals.

Personal Trainer Certificate Package - FAQ's

The most common questions we’re asked about our Personal Trainer Certificate Package are listed here. If your question isn’t covered, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Why Choose our Personal Trainer Course package?

If you’re seeking to become a Personal Trainer then this is the perfect course for you. You will be able to study at your own pace and build your own portfolio of evidence to showcase your new skills:-

Qualify as an industry recognised Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer

Develop the need to know skills and talent to succeed in a personal training role

Gain the industry accredited fitness qualifications you need to start your new career

As you progress the course materials will help you develop your knowledge and confidence which you’ll be able to demonstrate in the portfolio assessment.

Which fitness qualifications will I achieve?

On successful completion of this combined Personal Trainer course you will gain your Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing and the Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. With these fitness qualifications you will be able to join REPs at Level 2 and Level 3, gain employment as a Personal Trainer or gain the relevant insurance to establish your very own Personal Training business.

How is the course assessed?

The Fitness Instructor course and Personal Trainer course are both assessed by a combination of theory modules, which you can study from home and practical workshops which take place in a gym or similar fitness setting. This combined assessment is designed for you to showcase your skills and Personal Trainer talents and ensures you’re ready to practice in the workplace.

Do I need any existing skills or sports abilities?

We do not require any specific fitness skills or sports abilities for you to complete this course. It is however helpful for you to have an interest in fitness and participating in exercise and feel that you will be competent coaching others within a gym-based setting.

What previous education is required?

As this course combines your Level 2 and Level 3 fitness qualifications we do not require any previous fitness qualifications.

How old do I need to be?

The minimum age for this fitness course is 16.

How long does the course take to finish?

If you are keen to fast-track your study you can complete this course from 12 weeks or if you prefer you can study at your own pace with a maximum of two years to complete your study.

Is there any expiry date?

No. You will always have this nationally recognised NCFE fitness qualification to hand.

If your ultimate goal is to work as a Personal Trainer helping clients on a one to one and small group basis then this accredited Personal Trainer qualification is ideal. You will qualify as an industry endorsed Personal Trainer and will be ready to assist clients seeking exercise coaching, weight loss, corrective exercise, fitness testing and much more. Here you will use your client consultation and assessment skills to prepare and instruct motivational personal training programmes that inspire clients to achieve their desired results. There is also the potential to work with specialist client groups including seniors, young adults and obesity all of which are expanding sectors.

Many of our Personal Trainer graduates set up their businesses and work on a self-employed basis with their own base of clientele. Alternatively, another popular career route is to work as in a gym, leisure centre, hotel or sports niche setting in a Personal Trainer job role.